Bob Marley would be proud … Over the years, many Reggae ( Marley) – influenced singers and musicians have come and gone. Some, like Peter Tosh, have had successful careers cut tragically short. Most, have a few hits (or none) and fade into obscurity. Ghana native Rocky Dawuni does not fit into the above category. Dawuni has that ‘ je ne sais quoi …’ . … Continue reading Reggae ‘Superstar in Waiting’ Rocky Dawuni ‘Kills’ Montreal !
Have you ever starved at Christmas? Most people in the West Island receive over a thousand dollars in presents at Christmas in the form of jewelry, gifts and trips. Most people in the West Island don’t realize that over a thousand food baskets are given out at Christmas. Prostate cancer is the most common cancer to affect Canadian men. One in eight men will … Continue reading Bands for Baskets and A Magical Musical Evening to Combat Prostate Cancer
Francesca Blanchard is originally from France … This fact easily explains why her first full length CD contains songs in French and English. Blanchard – a resident of Vermont, is also on her first tour of the States. Everything is a learning curve except for the songwriting part. That is easy … Francesca? Visit Francesca Here! Buy Tickets to See Francesca Here ! Continue reading Francesca Blanchard – Making Waves in Both Official Languages
It is not easy being married. Ask any bartender ! Dave … the Bartender, has heard everything. Drunken confessions, slurred slander and lies and innuendo. All from his Mom ! Please listen below as Dave the Bartender answers your musical questions. Buy Tickets for A Magical Musical Evening to Combat Prostate Cancer Here ! Continue reading Ask Dave the Bartender – What does Randy Rhoads’ Mom and Michael Jackson Have in Common?
Steve Hackett is better known as the lead guitarist with Genesis. Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins, Tony Banks, Steve Hackett and Mike Rutherford. Legends … Following his departure from Genesis after the album Wind and Wuthering was released, Steve Hackett has continued his musical prowess and education. Adept in Classical, Blues and really – every style of music, Steve Hackett is a true writer, composer and … Continue reading Steve Hackett – The ‘Genesis’ of His New Album Wolflight. Complete Interview.
Chances are – a music fan in the 1970’s was profoundly affected by The Who’s album Tommy. It is simple. Nothing like this came before or after. It was and remains a ‘film’ within a soundtrack. A coffee table to a book in the mind. In the Wings Promotions brings Tommy to Montreal in a form which Pete Townsend can be proud. A musical which … Continue reading The Who’s Masterpiece Tommy – In Montreal! Live !
Get out of bed, rub your eyes, make some coffee and sit down. There is nothing like doing the Sunday Crossword puzzle on what is, foremost – a day of rest. What could be better than coffee and a challenging Crossword Puzzle? Coffee, Crossword and great tunes! Please listen below to the best music you will ever hear on a Sunday. Thanks for listening ! … Continue reading Rick Keene Music Scene Presents – Music To Do the Sunday Crossword …
Ian Stewart, the ‘sixth’ member of the Rolling Stones, was one of the great Boogie Woogie piano players of all time. Unfortunately, like most great piano players in Rock n Roll, Blues and R and B, most ‘music fans’ do not know his name. Johnnie Johnston? Who? Victor Wainright is attempting to change the landscape of the Blues and R and B scene to ensure … Continue reading Victor Wainright – Puttin’ The Boogie Woogie Piano Back into the Mainstream
It is not every day you encounter a Saint … Rocky Dawuni is quickly approaching ‘saintdom’ as he continues adding humanity causes to his long list of good deeds. Whether conspiring with the likes of U2’s Bono via The United Nations or ensuring people around the globe ‘cook clean’, Rocky walks the talk of his musical messages. Please listen below as Rocky explains his messages … Continue reading Rocky Dawuni Climbs Closer to Sainthood Through Music and Humanitarian Work.
Spring is in the Montreal air in November! Nothing could be better for a series of upcoming shows in and around Montreal. Fresh from a stop in his native land of Ghana – a musician who is part of the UN will stop by on Rick Keene Music Scene as well as in concert in Montreal. Just one of many great shows and interviews coming … Continue reading Officer to Rocky – What’s Coming in Montreal and A Taste of Ted Tevan
Jordan Officer has a little tenderness … A self discovery the thirty-eight year old guitarist made during the writing and recording of his latest album Blue Skies. His second solo album following a very successful career with Susie Arioli. Please listen below to Jordan speak of his new album and his long and varied list of musical influences. Jordan? Please Visit Jordan Here! … Continue reading Jordan Officer – Nothing but ‘Blue Skies’ Ahead
Michel Pagliaro is a legend in Quebec … Anglophone artists, Francophone artists – any type of gender from a particular era in Montreal, unconsciously or consciously affected by ‘Pag’. Rarely do artists create such a vast songbook in a short period of time. Dylan, The Beatles, Elvis and Pag. For this reason, it is only fitting, after all these years for a tribute album to be released. Eleven of … Continue reading Michel Pagliaro is Back! Sorta …
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